CORRECTION IN MEMBER NEWS - WE APOLOGIZE FOR THE RESEND!
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Do you Belong? October is Chamber of Commerce Month! Watch all month long for testimonials from chamber members as to why they belong. October is Chamber of Commerce Month in Michigan and the chamber is using this month to feature the "I Belong" campaign and we invite all members to participate.
You can wear an "I Belong" button all month long to help show you belong to the chamber and help spread awareness of the chamber's work. Feel free to stop by the office to grab buttons or we would be happy to drop some off to you. In addition, you can let us take your picture with the "I Belong" sign and tell why you belong to the chamber and we will feature it in the weekly e-mails and on Facebook.
We are also conducting a membership drive in October. Do you know someone who is not yet a member of the chamber? Invite them to join. All new members in October will be entered to win a prize package valued at over $1800.
Today's "I Belong" Member YMCA of Northern Michigan
Christian Smith, YMCA
"The Chamber provides an opportunity for me to interact and develop relationships with the local business community. The staff are a pleasure to work with and set the tone for how the business community works together."
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Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council, Gail Gruenwald, Executive Director,
426 Bay Street, Petoskey.
Tel. (231) 347-1181. www.watershedcouncil.org. Founded in 1979, the Watershed Council is the lead organization for water resources protection in Antrim, Charlevoix, Cheboygan, and Emmet Counties. We work to maintain the environmental integrity and economic and aesthetic values of the Great Lakes, Inland Lakes, Rivers and Streams, Wetlands and
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Breath of Life Chiropractic Wellness Center P.C.,
Dr. Kyle Denholm, Chiropractor,
301 West Mitchell Street, Petoskey. Tel. (231) 622-8828.
A family and wellness practice -
we do our very best to empower our practice members to make health care decisions that can help them enjoy better lives. We provide a great, loving, healing atmosphere. We have fun with our patients, and we help them live the best lives that they can.
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The Villa at the Bay,
Jim Leonard, Administrator,
1500 Spring Street, Petoskey.
Offering skilled nursing, physical therapy and rehabilitation services.
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Dry Harbour Marine,
Scott Boss, Barney Way, Owners,
6357 US 31 South, Charlevoix.
Tel. (231) 547-0040.
Sales, service and storage of all marine products. We are a premier boat dealer and service provider for Northern Michigan. We offer a large selection of new and used boats to fit any budget. Our service department is highly skilled and able to help with any boat concerns.
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Harmony of Life Massage Center
Elizabeth Madell, Office Manager,
301 W. Mitchell St. Suite B, Petoskey.
Tel. (231) 881-9012.
Harmony of Life Massage Center provides everything from relaxing massages to healing therapeutic massages. We offer 11 different types of massage therapy including: Fertility, pregnancy, relaxation, wellness, deep tissue, couples(side by side), athletic, lava/glacial shell, Reike Energy Balancing, Corporate and On Site Chair massages.
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Petoskey Cheese, LLC,
Katie Potts, Owner, 437 East Mitchell St., Petoskey.
I started my shop to be an approachable and knowledgeable place where people could go to get artisan cut-to-order cheese and accoutrements. Looking for an interesting new piece of cheese to snack on? Want to put together a cheese plate for a lunch date or business meeting? We've got you covered.
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Happy Anniversary American Waste, Celebrating 10 Years of Chamber Membership!
American Waste & Recycling is northern Michigan's only locally owned and operated garbage collection and recycling center. During the past 40 years, our business has grown and changed. One constant has been our commitment to helping educate you and your neighbors about ways to increase your recycling while we continue to explore new ways of reusing materials and decreasing our impact on the environment.
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Good Hart General Store News! Join Us This Weekend For Our Last Hurrah of Fall 2015. This is unofficially our last hurrah for the 2015 fall color season. Visit us in Downtown Good Hart Friday October 23rd, Saturday October 24th and Sunday October 25th from 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. for the last of this season's leaf peeping. We'll have plenty of yummy treats on hand for you and yours including Good Hart's world famous pot pies available frozen to take home, or hot and ready to eat. Visit us along Michigan's Tunnel of Trees for what's sure to be a most spectacular end to this year's fall color season.
Ready to Laugh?! Make plans to see The Brothers Grimm Spectacualthon one of the final performances this Friday October 23rd and Saturday October 24th at Crooked Tree Arts Center. This hilarious, fast-paced comedy take the classic Brothers Grimm fairytales and brings them to life with all the twists turns and laughs to give you a night of hilarious fun! Tickets are on sale at www.ltct.org. Make plans now to see this fantastic cast! All performances are at 8:00 p.m., and tickets are only $15 for adults and $10 for 12 and under. Box office opens at 7:00 p.m. or you can get your tickets now - www.ltct.org
Petoskey Restaurant Week ends today, Friday October 23rd! Enjoy your favorite restaurants and discover new ones at an affordable price. The best restaurants of Petoskey and Bay Harbor have joined forces for this special culinary event! Here's how it works: Three course menus for $25 for dinner and $15 for lunch with some establishments offering 2 for 1 pricing. Find out participating restaurants and check out their menu's at www.petoskeyrestaurantweek.com
Bear Cub Outfitter's is celebrating Petoskey Restaurant Week and October 23rd is your last chance tobring in your restaurant week receipt dated during October 16-23rd , and get 20% off any regular priced Outerwear item in stock!
Mulchtober Fest is Friday, October 23rd from 4-7pm at Northern Michigan Hardwoods warehouse on US-31 south of Petoskey (5783 Charlevoix Ave). Free barbecue, fabulous craft beers from Beards, hardwood cider, prizes and exclusive mulch deals. Bring the family, there's something for everyone. No RSVP needed. Come hungry, thirsty and ready for fun! It's our way of saying thank you to our Northern Michigan Hardwoods friends and colleagues while celebrating our 35th anniversary!
For 3 days only cut your auto loan in half! Fox motors of Charlevoix is teaming up with 4Front Credit Union to provide you with half off financing as low as 1.99% for 76 Months!* The 4th Annual Credit Union Sale will be held Thursday, October 22 through Saturday, October 24th with extended hours. *As Low As 1.99% Up To 76 Months on New or Used Models. With $14.71 Per $1,000 Borrowed. With qualified Credit. Plus tax, title, plate transfer and doc fees. 4Front Credit Union is federally insured by the NCUA. Ends 10/24/15
North Central Michigan College will be hosting a 3 on 3 basketball tournament on Saturday, October 24th, at the Student and Community Resource Center, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Registration opens at 9:00 a.m. 4 players per team, $15 per person, $10 per student. 3-point contest at half time. Cash prizes for first place team. Call 231-439-6373 for details.
Saturday, October 24th, 2015 is WORLD SINGING DAY! Voices Without Borders has invited several local choirs and individuals to come to Pennsylvania Park at 11:00 a.m. this Saturday in downtown Petoskey to join choirs from across the country and around the world to commemorate a day of joy and unity. Owen James, director of the Little Traverse Youth Choir is organizing the event which will culminate in the singing of "We Sing," a song chosen for this year's World Singing Day. We anticipate that countless choirs--perhaps over one million voices--from around the world will sing this day. Rain? Come to the Central School Cafeteria. For more information contact ojames@littletraverseyouthchoir.org
Join us at Castle Farms for our 11th Annual Grand Bridal Expo! Sunday, October 25, 2015, 10:00 a.m.-3:00 .pm. featuring displays by the finest in wedding service providers Northern Michigan has to offer. Workshops throughout the day. Celebration Lounge, where guests may purchase beer, wine and food, opens at 12:00pm. Grand Finale Fashion Show begins at 3:00 p.m. and showcases the latest in bridal fashions. Bridal couples register to win door prizes and the Grand Giveaway-a wedding ceremony package valued at over $15,000! Admission: $6.00 per person. Castle Farms, 5052 M-66 Hwy., Charlevoix, Michigan. (231) 237-0884.
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Harbor Watch Petoskey Is hosting a Consumer Education Presentation at 725 Harbor Watch Drive, Petoskey on Monday, October 26th at 6:00 p.m. on Investment Fraud - Learn how to recognize fraudulent investments and obtain objective facts about reverse mortgages and annuities. Also provides information on how to investigate both the seller and the product before investing. Presenter: Nancy Burgeson.
Friends of the Petoskey Library Carnegie Lecture Series presents Joe Hoffman and his program Petoskey, Potato, Panorama on Monday, October 26th at 7:00 p.m. His talk will highlight the history of potato growing and marketing in Emmet County and the positive effect the potato had on the local economy during its biggest production period between 1920-1965. Joe will also cover the effect on local crops by late blight (phytophtora), the same fungus-like oomycete that was responsible for the Irish potato famine in the mid-eighteen century. The lecture will take place in the Carnegie Building, 451 E. Mitchell Street.
Save the Date for Around the Table: Local Food & Community Health event on Wednesday October 28th from 4-8:00 p.m. at the Iron Horse Café at North Central Michigan College. Join farmers, health care workers, educators, employers, parents, and local food lovers to create a healthy foods action plan for our community. Learn about great programs in our region that bring local foods to our schools, hospitals, food pantries, senior centers and more. This is a free event, please sign up in advance to reserve your meal & materials by registering at: www.ncmich.edu/cce or call 231-348-6613
Crooked Tree Arts Center Workshop - Food Preservation: Canning. On Wednesday, October 28th from 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. join Michelle Jarvie, Food Safety Educator for Michigan State University, to learn food preservation skills and techniques in CTAC-Petoskey's kitchen. Through this informative and demonstrative one-night workshop, participants will discover how to make their fall harvest and favorites last throughout the year. This workshop is open to all interested parties, 18 years of age and up at the fee of $25 for CTAC members, and $35 for non-members. All materials will be provided. For more information, to register, or to become a member, contact the Crooked Tree Arts Center at 231-347-4337 or visit www.crookedtree.org.
Lunch is on US! In celebration of National Physical Therapy Month, Northern Michigan Sports Medicine Center will be hosting a "Lunch n' Learn" free community seminar series in October at our Harbor Springs Clinic located in the Harbor Plaza, next to the Harbor Springs Airport. Wednesday, October 28th, Knee Pain, Can't live with it any longer! Discover the benefits of physical therapy to relieve your knee pain. Presented by Kim Voelker-Samyn, Physical Therapist. Space is limited; please call for registration 231-348-7002. Our professional staff will be available for one - on - one consultations after the presentation. Northern Michigan Sports Medicine Centers are dedicated to providing high quality rehabilitative and preventive care to enhance the active lifestyles of northern Michigan.
Tribute is a celebration of extraordinary women and men in northern Michigan, honoring them for their personal accomplishments, commitment to strengthening the community and improving the lives of those who live here. Tribute is also an important fundraiser for the Women's Resource Center of Northern Michigan. Dollars raised through sponsorships support essential programs and services of the Women's Center that are relied on by thousands of individuals every year. Tribute awards reception will be held at Stafford's Perry Hotel in Petoskey at 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Thursday, October 29th, 2015. Hors d'oeuvres will be served and a cash bar will be available. To learn more or reserve entry at $25/person, contact Women's Resource Center of Northern Michigan at (231) 347-0067 or visit wrcnm.org.
Join us for The Spa at The Inn at Bay Harbor's very spooky Halloween Happy Hour October 29th, from 4-8 p.m.! No tricks, just treats! Gather your friends, pick out your costume and celebrate at The Spa. Refresh your spirit with the delightful Pumpkin Spice seasonal manicure or pedicure, while the 80-minute body treatment is to die for and the 80-minute facial will leave you feeling boo-tiful and looking younger! Wear your costume and receive 30% off your treatment of choice! For details click here, or call The Spa at 231.430.4046 to schedule your appointment today.
North Central Michigan College's next Luncheon Lecture will welcome Corey Hebner with the Michigan State Police on Friday, October 30th. The program will be held in the College's Library conference room. Lunch begins at 11:30 a.m. and the program begins at noon. Trooper Hebner was named Michigan State Police Trooper of the Year in January for his exemplary work performance, leadership skills and extensive community involvement, particularly with young people. Reservations are required. Call 231-348-6600 or email luncheonlectures@ncmich.edu to reserve your place at the table. Cost is $10.
Join Downtown Petoskey on Saturday, October 31st for the Downtown Trick or Treat! Look for a Trick or Treat poster on the doors of participating businesses from 10 a.m. to noon. Line up for the parade to the downtown starts at 9:45 a.m. at Central Elementary. Check out the details and other fun Halloween activities here!
Fall Community Calendar for the Blissfest Music Organization includes many great events! There will be a Halloween Open house on Saturday October 31st from 6-8 p.m. with Dr. Godhard performing at 7 p.m. Stop in for treats and refreshments during trick or treating at the Blissfest office on 522 Liberty Street in Petoskey. Get your tickets now for The Gordon Lightfoot Tribute featuring Mike Fornes "Whispers of the North" The Gordon Lightfoot Tribute at the Crooked Tree Arts Center on Saturday November 14th at 8:oo p.m. Tickets are available at the Crooked Tree Arts Center of The Grain Train in Petoskey or by calling 231-348-7047and online at www.blissfest.org where you can find out more about all the Fall events with Blissfest!
he Northwest Michigan Bay View Wine Trail is excited to announce the upcoming Harvest Weekend Tour! Purchase your ticket at any of the 9 wineries along the trail for $25 and enjoy a weekend of wine sampling and small food dishes at each place! Have your ticket punched at each winery for a chance to win $250 of winery gift certificates! Visit all 9 over the course of the 3 day weekend: October 30th, 31st & November 1st, 2015. Tickets now available at all 9 wineries!
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The American Red Cross encourages eligible donors to give blood before the holiday season is in full swing. Blood donations often decline from Thanksgiving to New Year's Day when holiday festivities pull people away from their donation appointments. This often causes a drop in the blood available for patients. Upcoming blood donation opportunities: November 3rd: 8 a.m. - 1:45 p.m., Petoskey High School, 1500 Hill Street, November 6th: 12 p.m. - 5:45 p.m., American Red Cross Petoskey, 2350 Mitchell Park Drive. All blood types are needed, and especially those with types O negative, B negative, A negative and AB blood. To make an appointment to donate blood, download the free Red Cross Blood Donor App from app stores, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS.
The Home Builders Association of Northern Michigan will host a presentation by Georgia Abbott, Executive Director of the Industrial Arts Institute at their November 3rd Membership Dinner Meeting at Stafford's Perry
The presentation will be talking about the program that will bring much needed construction and skilled trade's education to Northern Michigan through a partnership with The Greater Michigan Construction Academy. The Home Builders Association of Northern Michigan has endorsed the program and is expecting to engage 8-10 member companies for student internships/practicum experience. The meeting will start with cocktail hour from 5-6pm and dinner and presentation at 6pm. Space is limited, there is a cost to attend, and RSVP's are required. Call the HBA Northern Michigan Office for more information 231-348-9770.
Hospice of Northwest Michigan Offers Annual Handling the Holidays Workshop. For most people the start of the holiday season is a joyousness celebratory time, but for some is a pronounced reminder of loved ones who are no longer with us. Hospice of Northwest Michigan is hosting a Handling the Holidays Workshop on Thursday, November 5th at 7:00 p.m. that is dedicated to helping individuals and the community find comfort, support and renewal in their grief and loss of a loved one. The workshop will be held at the First Baptist Church - Community Room at 06781 M66N in Charlevoix. There is no registration for this event but for more information you may call 231-547-7659 or visit our website at hospicenwm.org or find us on Facebook.
Locker Hooking Workshop with Tricia Rodgers on Friday, November 6th at 1:00 p.m. Learn how to turn fabric strips, twine, and mesh into functional and decorative items, perfect for use around your own home or to give as a gift. The same techniques the class will use to make a 'mug rug' (aka coaster) can be used to make throw rugs, place mats, and more. Materials are provided. Class size is limited, so please call 231-758-3100 to reserve a seat.
Hotel Walloon and the Walloon Lake Inn presents a Wine Maker's Weekend, featuring two wine makers visiting from Chateauneuf-du-Pape, France. House guests of Hotel Walloon will enjoy a complimentary wine tasting/meet and greet with the wine makers on Friday, November 6th. The public and house guests are invited to enjoy a five course dinner paired with Chateauneuf-du-Pape wine at the Walloon Lake Inn on Saturday, November 7th. For pricing and more information please call (231)535-5000.
Sonic Escape to light up Crooked Tree Arts Center - Petoskey stage Saturday, November 7th. Since 2009, New York City-based Sonic Escape has been on a steadfast mission to take over the world. Armed with flute, violin and cello, their game plan - use hyper-instrumentals to fill hearts with indescribable joy - has led them to stubbornly write their own rules in a world that encourages everything but. Tickets: $25 for adult members, $35 for adult non-members, $10 students. Show starts at 7:30 p.m. at the Crooked Tree Arts Center. To purchase tickets or for more information, contact CTAC at 231-347-4337 or visit www.crookedtree.org. Sonic Escape is sponsored in part by the Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs.
Free Veterans Breakfast at North Central Michigan College. Veterans and their families are invited to a free breakfast at the North Central Michigan College cafeteria on Wednesday, November 11th, from 8 a.m. until 10 a.m. The college's Student Veterans Association and Chase Bank are sponsoring the event to show appreciation to our local veterans and their families. No reservations are necessary.
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Job seekers will have an opportunity to gain skills for high-demand jobs at a CNC Machinist Training class organized by Northwest Michigan Works!. The class is being offered at North Central Michigan College (NCMC) in Petoskey and will be held three days a week for two weeks beginning October 27th. Employers in Northwest Michigan are looking for people with CNC Machining skills. The hands-on, short-term training at NCMC's new CNC Machining Lab will prepare participants for jobs and additional training with an employer. Tuition and required materials for the training are free to eligible Michigan Works customers. Transportation is also available. For more information or to pre-register visit the Petoskey Northwest Michigan Works! Center at 2240 Mitchell Park Drive or call (231) 347-5150.
Shredding of Documents Offered Weekly at Recycling Center
Do you have too many documents to shred by hand, but not enough to justify regular service by a document destruction company? The Emmet County Recycling Center can help. They are offering shredding by appointment one day each week at the Drop-off Center on Pleasantview Road. Cost is $5.00 per box (based on a small banker's box or a copy-paper box). Call 231-348-0640 for more information and an appointment.
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MOTTIFY is now offering the Inspired Experience package. Package includes 4 Secret Shops using the Mottify Experience Checklist and a Consultation following each secret shop. This package also includes the use of Mottify Consulting Group as a sounding board for plan, ideas, and technique source for implementation steps during project timeline. This offering ensures your team members are providing an unusually good experience for your customers. Call 989-329-9783 or email Derik at dmb@mottify.com for additional information.
Maple Moon Sugarbush is bursting with color!! We feel very blessed to live in a state where we get to enjoy these fantastic displays of fall foliage! So come on out and revisit our Sugarbush, feast on the color kaleidoscope, sip on some fantastic wines and tell us your story! Win a gift certificate! Tell us how you fell in love with Maple Moon Sugarbush and Winery. Winning entry will receive a $50.00 certificate to spend at our store/winery. Your story will be published in our advertising materials. Please send all correspondence to mmsyrup.mi@gmail.com and write contest in the subject area. Deadline is November 20th. The winner will be announced at the end of November (just in time to buy Christmas gifts).
Get ready for the Holidays! Buy one stock gift wrap, mill gift wrap or stock tissue, get one 30% off. Contact Stacey Croton your local sales representative at WholeStyle PACKAGING by Deluxe (formerly Gift Box Corporation) to place your order. 231-330-7681 or Stacey.croton@wholestylepackaging.com
Inventory Reduction Sale - at The Trophy Shop in Cheboygan. Most items under $5 - Stock up NOW for your next event!! Located at 1320 West State Street in downtown Cheboygan. 231-627-5009
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Petoskey Regional Chamber of Commerce | 231-347-4150 | www.petoskeychamber.com 401 E. Mitchell St. Petoskey, MI 49770 |
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